Tractor Supply Raises Over $1 Million to Fund FFA Future Leaders Scholarships
November 30 2023 - 1:26PM
Business Wire
Scholarships awarded to FFA students
pursuing skilled trades and agriculture-related majors; this year’s
scholarships supported 146 students across the country
Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural
lifestyle retailer in the United States, announced today that it
has raised more than $1 million in support of the Tractor Supply
FFA Future Leaders Scholarship. Scholarships are awarded to FFA
students pursuing studies in the skilled trades and
agriculture-related majors. The scholarship, the largest of its
kind, is funded by a five-year, $5 million commitment from the
Tractor Supply Foundation.
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Tractor Supply CEO Hal Lawton, center,
welcomes students attending the National FFA Convention at the
Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana, in November.
This is the second year the company raised more than $1 million to
support the Tractor Supply FFA Future Leaders Scholarship, which
awards grants to FFA students pursuing studies in the skilled
trades and agriculture-related majors. (Photo: Business Wire)
“We are so proud to support young men and women who are
passionate about Life Out Here through our FFA Future Leaders
Scholarship,” said Marti Skold-Jordan, manager of the Tractor
Supply Foundation and National FFA Foundation Sponsors’ Board
member. “Our inaugural class of scholars is an exceptional group of
students and it has been an honor to get to know them. Through the
generosity of our customers, we will support even more students in
our second year, and we can’t wait to see what they
accomplish.”
The inaugural FFA Future Leaders Scholarship fundraising drive,
held in 2022, raised more than $1 million and generated
scholarships for 146 FFA students whose studies range from welding
and electrical engineering to agricultural business, animal science
and beyond. Students attending trade schools and two-year colleges
to pursue a skilled trade or agriculture-related field are eligible
to receive a $5,000 scholarship. Students pursuing
agriculture-related four-year majors are eligible to receive a
$10,000 scholarship. Past recipients include:
- Isabella Arias, who attends Northwest Missouri State University
and is studying agricultural education.
- Avery Graham, who received a Technician in Construction
Certificate and, thanks to his $5,000 scholarship, can continue in
that field by pursuing a degree in electrical construction at
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology. After
graduation, he plans to work toward earning his Journeyman’s
License.
- Amiyah Labady, who is attending Valencia College in Orlando and
studying to be a wildlife veterinarian.
- Carlos Nunez Jacuinde, who is using his $10,000 scholarship to
attend California State University – Chico to study agricultural
engineering.
Tractor Supply is the largest funder of FFA and has supported
the organization through various fundraising initiatives since
1985. FFA is a dynamic youth organization committed to preparing
members for premier leadership, personal growth and career success
through agricultural education. With more than 945,988 FFA members
in 9,163 chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands, the National FFA Organization is the largest student-led
organization in the nation.
FFA members may apply for the FFA Future Leaders Scholarship
until January 11, 2024 at
https://www.ffa.org/participate/grants-and-scholarships/scholarships/.
About The Tractor Supply Company Foundation
The Tractor Supply Company Foundation is committed to supporting
vibrant rural communities for all by investing in the future of
Life Out Here through today’s youth and being a good neighbor in
the communities Tractor Supply calls home. Founded in 2020, the
Foundation’s priority areas include supporting agriculture
education initiatives through longstanding partnerships with FFA
and 4-H, caring for pets and animals and preserving land for future
generations. The Foundation expands upon the charitable work of
Tractor Supply Company, supporting causes that are important to
customers and Team Members. In 2022, the Company donated over $15
million through direct giving, sponsorships, fundraisers and more.
To learn more about The Tractor Supply Company Foundation, visit
Corporate.TractorSupply.com/Community.
About Tractor Supply Company
For 85 years, Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO) has been
passionate about serving the needs of recreational farmers,
ranchers, homeowners, gardeners, pet enthusiasts and all those who
enjoy living Life Out Here. Tractor Supply is the largest rural
lifestyle retailer in the U.S., ranking 291 on the Fortune 500. The
Company’s more than 50,000 Team Members are known for delivering
legendary service and helping customers pursue their passions,
whether that means being closer to the land, taking care of animals
or living a hands-on, DIY lifestyle. In store and online, Tractor
Supply provides what customers need – anytime, anywhere, any way
they choose at the low prices they deserve.
As of September 30, 2023, the Company operated 2,198 Tractor
Supply stores in 49 states, including 81 stores acquired from
Orscheln Farm and Home in 2022 that will be rebranded to Tractor
Supply by the end of 2023. For more information on Tractor Supply,
visit www.tractorsupply.com.
Tractor Supply Company also owns and operates Petsense by
Tractor Supply, a small-box pet specialty supply retailer providing
products and services for pet owners. As of September 30, 2023, the
Company operated 195 Petsense by Tractor Supply stores in 23
states. For more information on Petsense by Tractor Supply, visit
www.Petsense.com.
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